FlixBus has launched 14 new buses on six routes around Bengaluru, expanding its presence to 101 cities in India.  Karnataka's minister of commerce & industries, MB Patil, flagged off the new servic...

Welcome to News Discussion's Private Community

- FlixBus has launched 14 new buses on six routes around Bengaluru, expanding its presence to 101 cities in India.
- Karnataka's minister of commerce & industries, MB Patil, flagged off the new services, highlighting the enhancement of public transport options.
- A promotional fare of INR 99 is available for the new routes, with bookings open from September 3 to September 15 and departures from September 10 to October 6.
- FlixBus, founded in 2011, offers low-cost intercity bus services in over 40 countries and entered the Indian market in February with Delhi as its initial hub.
- The company plans to collaborate with local bus operators in South India to further enhance its operations. 

 Source: [Inc42](https://inc42.com/buzz/germanys-flixbus-expands-services-to-south-india-launches-hub-in-bengaluru/)

FlixBus Expands to Southern India with New Bengaluru Hub

Journalist

FlixBus Expands to Southern India with New Bengaluru Hub- Grapevine

Welcome to Indian Startups's Private Community

I utilized their service while I was in Germany and thoroughly enjoyed it. They control the entire experience, providing standard buses and effective tracking, which I found superior to aggregators like Redbus, among others.

As far as I know, they are among the first German startups to enter the Indian market.

The only potential risk I can identify is that certain routes may be controlled by organized crime. I hope they successfully overcome this challenge!

Flix bus now in India!

Analyst

Hi all run a travel association for South india. In buses and monday flixbus guys have approached me and if you want to partner and operate on Flixbus DM me happy to connect

Software Test - QA

Can anyone help me to find any reliable apps/websites for bus routes in bengaluru.

Real time bus routes in bengaluru?

What all outstation buses are available from Bangalore airport. 

I have generally taken the city buses but there are buses to others districts as well. Is there a way to get the list and timings?

Outstation buses from Bangalore Airport

Program Manager

- Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) and Sarla Aviation are exploring **sustainable air mobility solutions**.
- The partnership aims to develop operational models for seven-seater eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) aircraft.
- Sarla Aviation aims to make aerial ride-sharing as affordable as current Uber or Ola rides.
- The Bengaluru airport to Electronics City route could take just **19 minutes** at a fare of Rs 1,700.
- The eVTOL ecosystem, including regulatory approval, still needs to mature and is estimated to be **2-3 years away**.

Source: [Moneycontrol](https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/india/e-flying-taxi-to-bengaluru-airport-bial-collaborates-with-evtol-startup-to-beat-road-traffic-congestion-12841776.html)

Bengaluru Airport Partners with eVTOL Startup for Air Taxis

- Digi Yatra has surpassed 4 million registered users, as announced in an official statement on Saturday.
- The platform will expand its operations to 15 additional airports, increasing the total to 29 airports.
- Initially launched in Delhi, Bengaluru, and Varanasi, Digi Yatra now operates in major airports including Mumbai, Hyderabad, Pune, and Kolkata.
- The biometric-based app allows passengers to use their face as a boarding pass, enhancing efficiency and security at airport checkpoints.
- CEO Suresh Khadakbhavi expressed excitement over the milestone, emphasizing the platform's focus on a secure, passenger-centric experience. 

 Source: ET

Digi Yatra to Expand to 15 New Airports After Reaching 4 Million Users

Does Uber India in Bangalore have an office shuttle / cab service for commute to/from work? And if they do, which localities in Bangalore do they have operational routes?

Uber: Office Cab / Shuttle

Investor

https://m.timesofindia.com/auto/news/carpooling-is-now-illegal-fines-of-up-to-rs-10000-issued-details-car-pool-bengaluru-bangalore-news/articleshow/104041793.cms

Tldr: Bengaluru transport commission has banned share rides using Quick ride, bla bla car, etc.

Peak Bengaluru Corruption!

Software Engineer

Bangaluru has the highest number of cars in India, overtakes Delhi.

Bengaluru, world's second-most congested city.

Project Coordinator

Saw this on Twitter today. Tech Mahindra hiring graduates for 3.25 LPA and 24*7 Shift timing. I talked to various people to get an idea of their pay. 
A) A plumber lives near my house. He said he earns 2-3k daily and works for 20-25 days average. He earns 50-60k per month. 
B) Electrician earns in the same range. 

And other technicians and workers like this who are skilled earn a lot more than a software engineer. 
This is the hard reality. Students study for 16 years and pay 15-20 lacs college fees for this.

Plumbers, Electricians earn more than an average engineer.

Welcome to the real world! 
  
 At the same time, you should know electricians/plumbers add more value to the society than a “fresher” TechM shift employee. If you’ve paid college fee that should not entitle you for a high-paying job. It’s just a privilege.  
  
 Sooner you realise this, better it would be.

Product Manager

Business Analyst

- Moving Tech Innovations Ltd, the firm behind Namma Yatri, raised $11 million in a pre-Series A funding round led by Blume Ventures and Antler, with participation from Google.
- The funds will be invested in technology, R&D, and product innovation to empower drivers, integrate public transport, and enhance customer experience.
- Moving Tech aims to increase driver earnings and provide reliable, affordable, and sustainable mobility solutions through direct-to-driver and multimodal transportation models.
- Originally launched as the Yatri app, Namma Yatri debuted in Bengaluru, Mysuru, Tumkur, and Kochi, and has expanded to Chennai, where it also facilitates metro-ticket bookings.
- The company was spun off from Juspay in April 2020 and is led by Shan M S and Magizhan Selvan, who aim to create an impact similar to UPI in India and Linux worldwide. 

 Source: Moneycontrol

Namma Yatri Parent Raises $11 Million in Funding

- Uber Pet, a new service allowing pets on rides, has been launched in Bengaluru. 
- The service is open to both cats and dogs. 
- Users can select the Uber Pet option in the app and set the pick-up time up to 90 days in advance. 
- The aim is to provide a seamless experience for pet parents and create additional earning opportunities for drivers. 
- Shweta Mantri, Head of Rider Verticals at Uber India and South Asia, stated that Uber Pet is an effort to make travel more accessible and convenient for pet owners.

Source: [The Hindu](https://www.thehindu.com/business/uber-pet-launched-in-bengaluru/article68731766.ece)

Uber Pet Service Launches in Bengaluru

- Bengaluru Airport City Limited (BACL) breaks ground for a 2 million sq ft business park, targeting Global Capability Centres (GCCs).
- The project aligns with Karnataka's new GCC policy (2024-2029), aiming to create 3.5 lakh jobs and contribute $50 billion to the economy.
- The Business Park will be built over 17.7 acres, integrating lush gardens and green spaces to promote a balance between nature and productivity.
- The park is part of a larger development, including an education & health district, R&D Hubs, and entertainment and hospitality options.
- The entire campus operates as energy-neutral, powered by renewable resources, and has earned IGBC’s Green Cities Platinum certification.

Source: [Moneycontrol](https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/india/bengaluru-airport-city-breaks-ground-for-2-million-sq-ft-business-park-targets-global-capability-centres-12841418.html)

Bengaluru Airport City Launches 2 Million Sq Ft Business Park

This will be big! No more surge pricing now

Transport department has announced a uniform fare structure for all cabs, including those operated by Ola and Uber, by categorising vehicles into three classes based on the cost of the vehicle.

Karnataka government revises cab fares, including Ola & Uber

Uber & Ola Fares Fixed in Bangalore now!

Hey folks, I recently moved to Bangalore for a role at angel one and I am not liking the city. All my life I lived and worked in NCR and I’ve realised that me and my wife can’t live anywhere outside NCR. No friends in Blr plus far away from home plus its just too expensive. 

Want to move back, I am looking for product rolesin NCR(SPM,GPM). Can someone help here with a referral? I have a very strong fintech background but can’t find anything for Ncr location on other platforms. 

TIA

Want to move back to NCR

Senior Product Manager

Folks in Bangalore, what is the budget friendly method to commute to airport?? Have an early morning flight to catch..

Any option other than airport bus?

Compute to Bangalore Airport

Whats the cheapest way apart from Bus to travel to the Bangalore airport?

FlixBus Expands to Southern India with New Bengaluru Hub

Discover More

Indian Startups on

by Anise Taye

EY

Flix bus now in India!

Travel on

by Coy Lee

Stealth

Hi all run a travel association for South india. In buses and monday flixbus guys have approached me and if you want to partner and operate on Flixbus DM me happy to connect

Bangalore on

by Aaron Carmden

Stealth

Real time bus routes in bengaluru?

Bangalore on

by Matilda Everett

Stealth

Outstation buses from Bangalore Airport

News Discussion on

by Blair Lee

Grapevine

Bengaluru Airport Partners with eVTOL Startup for Air Taxis

News Discussion on

by Coy Nadeen

Grapevine

Digi Yatra to Expand to 15 New Airports After Reaching 4 Million Users

Bangalore on

by Matilda Taye

Swiggy

Uber: Office Cab / Shuttle

Bangalore on

by Kalan Lee

TripAdvisor

Peak Bengaluru Corruption!

Bangalore on

by Kalan Lee

indsource international

Bengaluru, world's second-most congested city.

Misc on

by Dezi Hyrum

Stealth

Plumbers, Electricians earn more than an average engineer.

News Discussion on

by Jordon Lee

Grapevine

Namma Yatri Parent Raises $11 Million in Funding

News Discussion on

by Jordon Taye

Grapevine

Uber Pet Service Launches in Bengaluru

News Discussion on

by Jordon Nadeen

Grapevine

Bengaluru Airport City Launches 2 Million Sq Ft Business Park

Bangalore on

by Karilyn Lee

Razorpay

Uber & Ola Fares Fixed in Bangalore now!

Delhi NCR on

by Kendall Lee

ANGEL ONE LIMITED

Want to move back to NCR

Misc on

by Jordon Nadeen

Swiggy

Compute to Bangalore Airport

Bangalore on

by Aaron Olive

Wipro

Bangalore Airport